Criminal Defense Attorney
Serious felony defense — murder, sex crimes, drug trafficking and overdose-related charges.
How We Handle Criminal Defense Cases
At Jody D. Peterman, LLC, we offer assertive, strategic representation for clients contending with serious felony charges, including murder, sex crimes and drug trafficking. A felony conviction will stay on your record and could haunt you for many years to come. The penalties are steep and may include high fines, jail time, asset forfeiture, loss of gun ownership rights and more. A felony conviction can jeopardize your relationships, your professional reputation, and your ability to freely choose where you want to live and work.
Criminal Defense cases we handle
- Murder and homicide charges
- Sex crimes
- Drug crimes and drug trafficking charges
- Overdose-related charges
- Serious felonies and asset forfeiture
- Federal and state grand jury investigations
Criminal Defense: focused practice areas
- Murder ChargesThe most serious charge Georgia can bring demands a lawyer who tries cases.
- Sex CrimesAllegations alone can destroy a reputation — the defense has to start immediately.
- Drug CrimesMost drug cases are won on the search — not on the substance found.
- Drug Trafficking ChargesTrafficking charges carry mandatory minimum prison time and enormous fines.
- Serious FeloniesA felony conviction follows you for life — through work, housing and family.
- Assault ChargesSimple assault and aggravated assault sit far apart in Georgia sentencing.
- Theft ChargesValue and prior record decide whether theft is a misdemeanor or a felony.
Hurt and not sure what to do?
Put decades of experience in your corner. For a free case evaluation, call 229-588-2608 or complete our contact form.
Under investigation or charged? Talk to a criminal defense attorney today.
The sooner we start, the more we can do. Reach out for a free, confidential consultation.
Your Path to Recovery
We make the legal process simple, so you can focus on healing.
Free Case Evaluation
For a free case evaluation, call us at 229-588-2608 or complete our contact form. We'll listen to your story, answer your questions, and explain your options.
We Investigate
We gather evidence, obtain records, consult experts, and identify every party and insurance policy responsible for your injuries.
We Fight for You
We build a demand backed by the facts and negotiate aggressively — and we prepare every case as if it will go to trial.
We See It Through
We prepare each case for trial because that is the best way to position our clients for favorable results, even if the case is ultimately resolved in the pretrial phase.
What Our Clients Say
“Today is Father's Day and the main reason why I've been able to spend it with my 5 year old daughter, is because my wife and I hired Mr. Peterman on my case last year. His hard work, dedication, experience and expertise simply made the difference. While being detained we hired Jody because he was the only lawyer in town who answered my wife's calls on a Sunday. He continued to be available anytime and all the time during our fight. If you hire Jody you will have an honest and straightforward attorney on your side. Mr Peterman is highly respected in the courtrooms and the system in general. You will not find a better attorney to represent you.”
“I cannot express enough gratitude for the outstanding representation I received from Mr. Peterman in my personal injury lawsuit. From the very beginning, he demonstrated an unparalleled level of professionalism, dedication, and expertise. He took the time to understand the specifics of my case, answered all my questions, and provided me with honest and realistic expectations. The communication was exceptional — I was always kept informed about the progress of my case, and I felt genuinely supported throughout the entire process. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal representation. Thank you, Mr. Peterman, for helping me achieve justice!”
“Mr. Peterman assisted my children and I with our personal injury case. He truly has gone above and beyond in ensuring our needs and rights were met. I'm very satisfied with the outcome of our case. I highly recommend.”
“Mr. Peterman is an amazing trial lawyer. He will fight for your freedom with everything he has. He's the big dog in the fight and losing isn't in his vocabulary. Give him a chance and you will not be disappointed.”
“Jody really cares about his clients. He is a good man and the greatest lawyer ever!”
Criminal Defense — Common Questions
Yes. If you are under investigation or facing a felony charge in Georgia, you need an experienced criminal defense attorney on your side before you speak with investigators. Call our Valdosta office right away to schedule a consultation.
We do. Jody Peterman has tried more than 100 jury trials and prepares every case for trial — a readiness that has produced the reduction and dismissal of serious felony charges.